Poco X8, X8 Power Launched in India: Check Price, Specs and Sale Date
Poco has officially unveiled its new X8 and X8 Power smartphones in India today, September 4, 2026. These mid-range devices feature massive 9,000mAh and 10,000mAh batteries respectively, powered by Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 and Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chipsets. Both boast immersive 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED displays, robust IP ratings, and 50MP primary cameras.
Poco, the popular Xiaomi sub-brand, today launched its highly anticipated Poco X8 and Poco X8 Power smartphones in India. The new devices enter the competitive mid-range market with a strong emphasis on battery life, performance, and durability, offering compelling specifications for consumers. The launch event on September 4, 2026, officially introduced the two models, which are set to go on sale exclusively via Flipkart from September 11, 2026, at 12 PM IST.
The Poco X8 and Poco X8 Power come with impressive features, including large 1.5K AMOLED displays, advanced Snapdragon processors, and robust IP ratings, catering to users who demand extended usage and reliable performance.
Poco X8: Power-Packed Performance
The standard Poco X8 boasts a 6.83-inch 1.5K (2772x1280 pixels) AMOLED display, offering a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision support. The screen reaches a peak brightness of 3,500 nits and features Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection for enhanced durability. Under the hood, the Poco X8 is powered by the octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 SoC, built on a 4nm process, clocking up to 2.4GHz. It comes with up to 8GB of LPDDR4x RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. iPhone 18 Pro Max India Price May Surge up to 20%: Here’s How Much It Could Cost.
For optics, the Poco X8 includes a dual rear camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor featuring OIS (Optical Image Stabilisation) and a 2MP depth camera. Selfies and video calls are handled by a 16MP front-facing camera. A substantial 9,000mAh Silicon-Carbon battery fuels the device, supported by 67W wired fast charging and 22.5W wired reverse charging. The phone also features multiple IP ratings (IP66, IP68, IP69, IP69K) for dust and water resistance, ensuring robust outdoor reliability.
Poco X8 Power: The Endurance Champion
The Poco X8 Power steps up the game with an even larger 10,000mAh Silicon-Carbon battery, making it the highest capacity battery ever on a Poco phone. It supports blazing-fast 100W wired fast charging, with a 100W charger included in the box, and 27W wired reverse charging. Powering this variant is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chipset, a 4nm octa-core processor with a peak clock speed of up to 2.6GHz, making its India debut with this device. It is paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR5x RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 onboard storage. iPhone 18 Pro Price Shock? 400% RAM Cost Surge Could Push Up Prices in India.
The Poco X8 Power shares the same immersive 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with its sibling, offering a 120Hz refresh rate, 3,500 nits peak brightness, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection. Camera-wise, it features a 50MP OIS primary camera with a wider f/1.5 aperture, accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide sensor. A higher-resolution 32MP front camera is present for sharper selfies. The device also carries comprehensive IP66, IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings for superior dust and water resistance.
Both smartphones run on Xiaomi's latest Android 16-based HyperOS 3, with Poco promising four major OS upgrades and six years of security updates. They also feature an in-display fingerprint scanner and dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos.
Pricing and Availability
Poco has priced the new X8 series competitively in the Indian market:
Poco X8 Pricing:
- 6GB RAM + 128GB Storage: ₹29,999
- 8GB RAM + 128GB Storage: ₹32,999
- 8GB RAM + 256GB Storage: ₹35,999
Poco X8 Power Pricing:
- Starts at ₹35,999
Launch Offers:
Customers can avail a ₹2,000 coupon discount and an additional ₹1,000 exchange bonus, bringing the effective starting prices down to ₹26,999 for the Poco X8 and ₹32,999 for the Poco X8 Power. No-cost EMI options start from ₹2,250 per month for the Poco X8 and ₹2,750 per month for the Poco X8 Power over 12 months.
Colour Options:
- Poco X8: Black, Fiery Orange, and Frost White
- Poco X8 Power: Black and Yellow
With these robust offerings, Poco aims to capture a significant share of the mid-range smartphone segment, providing users with long-lasting battery life, powerful performance, and enhanced durability. The Poco X8 Power has also demonstrated strong performance, scoring over 10,00,000 points on the AnTuTu benchmarking platform.
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